The level of moisture in the air can have a significant impact on the skin, even if you do not suffer from moisture related skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis. Interestingly, both overly low and high humidity levels can have their challenges.

One of the best ways to overcome high humidity is to literally cool off – remaining indoors in an air conditioned environment. Also, using a salicylic acid toner or cleanser can help dry out the excess oil and kill bacteria caused by high humidity.

Using a cleanser with salicylic acid can help dry up some of the oil, but it can also make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, so use caution and apply these products at night

A little humidity can be a good thing for keeping your skin soft and hydrated. But when the water in the air tops 50 percent or more, it can leave your complexion sweaty, shiny and can even lead to breakouts. You don’t actually perspire much more when the humidity is high, but that sweat stays on your skin longer because it doesn’t evaporate. When sweat hangs around, it blocked pores. Plus, humid air can stimulate glands to produce more sebum, giving skin an oily appearance, leading to breakouts.

Combating Humidity

Start and End Each Day with a Clean Face. Cleanse morning and night to remove makeup, grime and excess oil. Your skin will feel refreshed and clean when the day’s impurities are removed from your skin. Gently exfoliate 2-4 days per week to keep pores clear.

Cleansers or toners with salicylic acids helps remove dead surface skin cells and keep pores clear to help prevent breakouts from forming.

Counteract Dryness with an oil-free, Water-Based Moisturizer.

Do Not Forget the SPF. Use a broad spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30-50 to protect against UV exposure from the sun.